Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterThe Red Devils have emerged as the frontrunners to sign relegation-threatened West Hams star midfielder after receiving an immediate response from his representatives.Manchester United, deep into the process of a midfield summer overhaul with the departure of reinvigorated veteran Casemiro, have seen drastic improvements under interim manager Michael Carrick.Elsewhere, West Hams Premier League survival is far from confirmed, currently 18th-placed and two points beneath relegation rivals Tottenham Hotspur. You may like Manchester United looking to close �39m midfielder as first summer signing: report Manchester United pressing ahead to make Ederson their first summer buy: report Manchester United 'seriously working' on �86m Sandro Tonali move: report Manchester United receive boost in quest for Mateus Fernandes signatureGet VIP Manchester United tickets HERE with Seat Unique!Manchester United's hospitality offers comfortable, padded seating in the North West Quadrant. The package includes a concourse meal deal (hot food, drink, and snack) and the official matchday programme. Guests also receive a 10 per cent Megastore discount and non-matchday Museum entry, providing a great value, family-friendly match experience for home fans.View DealAccording to a report from TEAMtalk, Manchester United are leading the race for Mateus Fernandes signature, with the Portuguese midfielder being highly receptive to the idea of an Old Trafford arrival.The Red Devils have already contacted his representatives and received an immediate response regarding Fernandes priorities, which lie far beyond a potential Championship campaign with West Ham in 2026/27.The 21-year-old joined the Hammers from Southampton in a deal worth �40 million last summer a distinctly bright spark in the faltering West Ham machinery this season.Manchester United reportedly view the young Portuguese midfielder as not just a solid partner to club captain Bruno Fernandes, who ranked at No. 4 in FourFourTwo's list of the best attacking midfielders in the world, but also a possible successor in his role.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.Key traits that have attracted the Red Devils attention include the 21-year-olds aggressiveness in duels and tackling, his progressive and line-breaking passing, and his composure on the ball.The West Ham star is believed to idolise recent FWA Player of the Year winner Bruno Fernandes, and is excited by the idea of joining him in Manchester.The West Ham midfielder has reportedly responded resoundingly to the opportunity presented, which would include Champions League football.West Ham value their star midfielder at a minimum of �80 million a figure likely to decrease if the club is unable to secure Premier League football for the 2026/27 season with various European heavy-hitters expressing interest in the 21-year-old.PSG and Manchester City are two such teams, with the former having already made contact with Fernandes camp, while the likes of Aston Villa and Chelsea also monitor developments.Many European scouts have been noticed observing West Hams recent games, but Manchester United appear in pole position to secure the Portuguese stars services for next season.TOPICSManchester UnitedWest Ham UnitedPremier LeagueChampions LeagueKedar BayleySocial Links NavigationFreelance WriterKedar Bayley is a trained journalist specialising in culture reporting. As a fan of Liverpool FC,he writes on the Reds often. Knowledgable about all things sports, cinema and television,you can find his words in Screen International, FourFourTwo, Manchester Evening News and more.
